Remote Indirect Spend Buyer — Sourcing & Savings

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420.000 - 540.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Home office setup

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Buyer focused on indirect spend for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will source and procure IT equipment, office supplies, professional services, and maintenance, while building strong supplier relationships and negotiating favorable terms.

You will manage the end-to-end purchasing process, monitor supplier performance, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize costs and drive value in a growing

Qualifikationen

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, with a significant focus on indirect spend.
• Proven experience in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and market dynamics for indirect categories.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and e-procurement platforms is essential.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
• Resilience and adaptability to working in a fully remote environment.

Aufgaben

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for indirect spend categories, ensuring competitive pricing and quality.
• Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about supplier capabilities and market trends.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers for goods and services.
• Manage the entire purchasing process, from requisition to order fulfillment and invoice processing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable service and support.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or service.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and budgetary constraints.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their indirect procurement needs and provide effective solutions.
• Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, spend analysis, and cost savings achieved.
• Utilize procurement software and systems for efficient order management and record-keeping.

Kenntnisse

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Indirect procurement

Excel

ERP systems

E-procurement

Communication

Time management

Remote work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce

Tools

ERP systems

E-procurement platforms

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Buyer focused on indirect spend for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will source and procure IT equipment, office supplies, professional services, and maintenance, while building strong supplier relationships and negotiating favorable terms.

You will manage the end-to-end purchasing process, monitor supplier performance, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize costs and drive value in a growing